Pharmacists on dealing with medicine shortages

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With medicine shortages continuing to be an issue for the foreseeable future, pharmacists share how they are managing patients’ conditions and expectations.

Lung cancer

Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer-related death in Australia. Pharmacists have a key role in the education of patients on new targeted therapy and in the identification and management of adverse effects of treatment.

Head lice

Prevalence of head lice infestation in Australian schools has been reported to be as high as 34%. It is essential that pharmacists have the knowledge and skills to assess, counsel and recommend appropriate evidence-based treatments.

Take Home Naloxone is becoming embedded in pharmacy practice

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This International Overdose Awareness Day, pharmacists share how the Take Home Naloxone Program is helping to save patients’ lives.

What do pharmacists around Australia most want to know?

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Every week, PSA’s Pharmacist-to-Pharmacist Advice Line phones ring hot on a range of different topics impacting the profession.

How you can help advocate for better pharmacist remuneration

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On top of a harrowing few years working through the pandemic, it’s time pharmacists were fairly remunerated for their time and expertise. PSA needs your help to get the message across.